Newtown
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Philadelphia’s Steven Singer Jewelers is Opening a New Location in Newtown
Steven Singer Jewelers is opening a new location in Newtown, bringing their jewelry selection and quality service to Bucks County, writes Andrea Miller for I Hate Steven Singer. The new store will be in The Village at Newtown, in the space next to The Capital Grille. The company announced that it was excited to…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: $5.99M Majestic Mediterranean in Newtown
A majestic Mediterranean home on 6.1 acres with six bedrooms and seven full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Newtown. This stunning residence offers a harmonious blend of classic design and contemporary luxury. Beautiful details include wide-plank hardwood floors, recessed lighting throughout and handcrafted double doors. . . Among the highlights are…
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The Wait is Over: Wawa’s Newtown Location to Celebrate Grand Opening
After months of waiting, the Newtown Wawa at 91 Lower Silver Lake Road is celebrating its grand opening on Thursday, July 31, with associates, customers and the community. The event will start at 7:45 AM with a countdown by Wawa General Manager Robert Kelly. The doors will officially open at 8 AM, and the first…
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Beloved Newtown-based Deli Takes Its Menu on the Road with New Food Truck
Newtown’s The Borscht Belt deli is taking to the streets this summer in their new food truck, bringing delicious food to public and private events, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. “We’re thrilled to announce that the Borscht Belt Food Truck is officially on the move — spreading good vibes, great food, and a whole lot…
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Luxury, French-Inspired Newtown Mansion Hits Market for $5.99M
A luxurious, French-inspired home built in 2010 with a resort-like pool area has recently hit the market in Newtown for $5.99 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 10,500-square-foot residence, designed by Ralph C. Fey Architects and built by Zaveta Custom Homes, features six bedrooms and nine bathrooms. The home is tucked…
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One of Bucks County’s Largest Family-Owned Companies Acquires Six Applebee’s Restaurants
Newtown franchisee The Rose Group, one of Greater Philadelphia’s largest family-owned companies, has acquired six Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar restaurants in Central Pennsylvania, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The six eateries in Carlisle, Ephrata, Harrisburg, Hummelstown, Lancaster, and York were purchased from fellow franchisee Keystone Apple for an undisclosed amount. With…
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Cool Off with Ice Cream and Gourmet Water Ice at This Newtown Shop
Newtown Ice House is the perfect spot to enjoy some tasty and refreshing water ice guaranteed to cool you down and satisfy your sweet tooth, reports Jennaphr Frederick for Fox 29. The owners, Jackie and Todd McGonigal, have been operating out of Newtown since 2023. The couple runs another location in Yardley. The…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: $3.75 Million Colonial Mansion in Newtown
An extraordinary colonial home on 3.32 acres with six bedrooms and five-and-a-half bathrooms is available for sale in Newtown. This gorgeous residence combines architectural sophistication with modern comforts and resort-style features. Elegant details include limestone flooring, intricate millwork, hardwood floors and soaring vaulted ceilings. . . Among the highlights are the two-story foyer with a…
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Newtown Locals Eager for Wawa’s Coffee, Hoagies and Opening Day
Newtown’s very first Wawa location is causing a stir on social media as locals eagerly wait for an announcement about the official date of the grand opening, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The 5,500-square-foot location on the Newtown Bypass and Lower Silver Lake Road will feature a gas station and convenience store. Prior to…
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Newtown’s Brandon Aversano Offers a Better Way to Sell Secondhand Jewelry
After a difficult experience selling his inherited jewelry, Brandon Aversano wanted to create a more dignified alternative with Newtown-based Alloy Market, writes Rebecca Logan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2022, Aversano tried selling his grandmother’s jewelry to cover some medical costs at a pawn shop, but was offered just 20…
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Vietnam Veteran from Newtown Honored with Local Bridge Dedication
A bridge on Wrights Road in Newtown has been named after a 19-year-old veteran who was killed in Vietnam, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The dedication is part of an effort by the Lower Bucks County Vietnam Veterans Memorial and the Bucks County Government to name bridges throughout the area after local heroes who served…
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Newtown Man Receives Double Lung Transplant After Decades of Waiting
Kevin Christ of Newtown recently received the gift of two new lungs, allowing him to breathe easily for the first time in his life, reports Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. When he was born, it was determined that Christ would need a double lung transplant. Doctors placed him on a ventilator, and he has been using…
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Young Bucks County Artists Raise Support for St. Jude’s, Lyme Disease Awareness
A group of young artists from across Bucks County is raising money for St. Jude Children’s Cancer Research Hospital and Lyme Disease awareness with an art show, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. For the month of June, 29 young artists are presenting an art show titled “Painting Hope” at Newtown’s Countryside Gallery. Each artist…
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Newtown is Encouraging Locals to Grow Native Plants in Their Yards
The Newtown Borough Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) is promoting new conservation efforts by the Homegrown National Park initiative, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The initiative encourages residents to plant native species wherever they can on their property. Locals can create native gardens, convert unused land into meadows, or even just plant a single tree…
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Philly’s Love & Honey Fried Chicken Opens First Franchise Location in Newtown
The beloved Philadelphia take-out joint, Love & Honey Fried Chicken, opened their first franchise location in Newtown, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. The new eatery is located in the Village at Newtown shopping center and officially opened this past weekend. Customers can place orders by phone for pickup or dine in at the eatery’s limited…
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‘Call Her Daddy’ Host Alex Cooper’s Childhood Home in Newtown Sold
Alex Cooper’s childhood home in Newtown was sold in May, just five months after the media mogul bought her parents a house in Los Angeles, writes Skyler Caruso for People Magazine. Cooper’s parents, Bryan and Laurie Cooper, recently sold the four-bedroom, 2.5-bath Pennsylvania home for $780,000. The Call Her Daddy host spent her childhood in…
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Coach Ben Luber Leaves George School for Penn, Bringing Big-Time Scouting Skills
Ben Luber, former head boys’ basketball coach at George School in Newtown, recently brought his eye for under-the-radar talent to the University of Pennsylvania, writes Isabella DiAmore for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Penn named the Bucks County native an assistant coach in April. His talent for finding hidden gems among players is undeniable. He was the…








































